[Oklahoma City Community Foundation](https://occf.org)

May 25, 2026 (Request application link) | June 1, 2026 (Full application)

Up to $8,000 per grant; typically one-year awards; competitive and based on available funds.

Supports Oklahoma organizations serving individuals with severe to profound intellectual or developmental disabilities, focusing on adaptive equipment, accessibility, and inclusion.

--- ## Description The Donna Nigh Foundation Grants for Organizations provide annual funding to Oklahoma-based nonprofits, schools, and public agencies that offer direct services to individuals with severe to profound intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD). The program focuses on increasing accessibility, independence, and inclusion for people with IDD, with funding often directed toward adaptive equipment, building and property adaptations, and developmental programming. The grants are administered in partnership with the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. --- ## Due Dates - **May 25, 2026:** Deadline to request the online application link/access code (must be submitted at least one week before the June 1 deadline) - **June 1, 2026:** Full application deadline (annual deadline) All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - **Maximum award:** Up to $8,000 per grant - **Duration:** Typically one year - **Notes:** Awards are competitive and depend on available funds --- ## Eligibility Organizations must meet **all** of the following criteria: - Provide direct services to individuals with **severe to profound intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD)** - Be **located in Oklahoma** - Be one of the following: - A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization - An accredited public or private school - Another publicly supported agency **Ineligible requests:** - Funding for special events - Capital or maintenance improvements --- ## Application Process 1. **Initial Inquiry:** Email [nigh@occf.org](mailto:nigh@occf.org) with a brief project description. 2. **Screening:** If eligible, you will receive an access code and a link to the online application. 3. **Online Application:** Use the provided link and code to submit your application by June 1. 4. **Important:** You must request the application link **no later than one week before the deadline** (by May 25, 2026). Requests after this date will not be considered. --- ## Additional Information - The program prioritizes projects that increase accessibility, independence, and inclusion for individuals with severe to profound IDD. - Examples of funded projects include adaptive playground equipment, accessible facility upgrades, therapeutic tools, and technology to support learning and independence. - Recent awards and illustrative projects are listed on the [program page](https://occf.org/nigh). --- ## External Links - [Program Overview & Application Instructions](https://occf.org/nigh) - [Oklahoma City Community Foundation Home](https://occf.org) - [Recent Grant Awards](https://occf.org/nigh/#) - [Contact OCCF](https://occf.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |---------------------|------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|---------------| | Jennifer Stewart | Senior Director of Donor Services | [j.stewart@occf.org](mailto:j.stewart@occf.org) | 405-606-2912 | | Keaton Van Sickle | Senior Programs Specialist | [k.vansickle@occf.org](mailto:k.vansickle@occf.org) | 405-606-2920 | | General Inquiries | | [nigh@occf.org](mailto:nigh@occf.org) | 405-235-5603 | ---

Donna Nigh Foundation Grants for Organizations

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